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W438 NFF

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

94,726 mi
Last recorded94,726 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2016
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW438 NFF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2016 94,726 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 6 Sep 2016 94,726 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 May 2015 93,534 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 6 May 2014 90,569 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 7 May 2013 88,870 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 88,016 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 88,016 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 80,847 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 70,466 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 64,148 miles

Offside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 59,591 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 53,295 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 49,044 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz E?

Based on 4,722,746 MOT tests across 435,734 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
7,127
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
435,734
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 132,731
Brake pipe excessively corroded 57,433
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 41,321
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 39,376
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 37,959
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W438 NFF is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 102,010 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz E fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 132,731 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W438 NFF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz E typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 26 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W438 NFF registered?

W438 NFF is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 14 April 2000.

Is W438 NFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W438 NFF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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